Elastography is an imaging technique that can be used to assess the elasticity of tissue. The examination procedure is based on the principle that stiffer tissue reflects sound waves differently than softer tissue.
However, it is important to note that elastography is not a substitute for other imaging modalities such as ultrasound, mammography or MRI.
Elastography is a valuable tool in the diagnosis of many diseases. Liver disease (e.g., cirrhosis, liver fibrosis), breast cancer, prostate cancer, and thyroid abnormalities can all be diagnosed with elastography. Elastography is safe and does not require ionizing radiation.
You will need: Assignment (detailed brief), previous images/findings.
The region is cleared of disturbing clothing, and the examination is performed in the examination room lying on an examination table.
No contrast agent is administered.
These examinations are provided as private services. This means that they will not be billed directly to the health insurance company, but will be billed directly to you in the form of a fee invoice.
